Nabanita Das writes on books and culture, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.
Articles by Nabanita Das
Asche bochhor abar hobe: Ma Durga on a world tour
Here’s a look at how the Bengali diaspora in North America and Europe celebrated the arrival of the goddess with their own versions of the Durga Puja.
Updated on Oct 16, 2019 07:55 PM IST
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This Delhi theatre boy is making headlines in the Bengali film industry
From signing six films in just two years to sharing screen space with Adil Hussain and veteran actor Moon Moon Sen, Delhi boy Anubhav Kanjilal is taking all the right steps to stardom.
Updated on Jul 19, 2018 05:01 PM IST
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Jamia website hacked again, Pooja says sorry I have a boyfriend
Jamia Millia Islamia University’s website got hacked with a birthday greeting for a girl named Pooja, yesterday night. Thereafter, Twitterati has worked all night to make some wonderful memes. Here’s a look.
Updated on May 22, 2018 08:57 PM IST
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Sehmat was happy Alia would play her role on screen: Author Harinder Sikka
Author Harinder Sikka speaks about Sehmat Khan, the protagonist of his novel, Calling Sehmat, which is based on true life events of a Kashmiri Indian girl who was sent to Pakistan as a spy. The book has inspired the Alia Bhatt-starrer Raazi.
Updated on May 18, 2018 10:52 AM IST
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Meet Sridatri, Delhi’s youngest Bharatanatyam dancer to perform arangetram at 13
Class VII student Sridatri Bhattacharya, who will perform arangetram at Sri Sathya Sai Auditorium on April 28, is a disciple of the Padma Vibhushan awardee Bharatanatyam exponent Yamini Krishnamurthy.
Updated on Apr 26, 2018 06:24 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Internet churns out fresh memes with the teaser of Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Sanju
The much-awaited teaser of Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt’s biopic, starring Ranbir Kapoor in the title role, is out — and the Internet is flooded with memes. Check out the funniest ones!
Updated on Apr 25, 2018 07:24 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Elizabeth Hurley to play Pushpa in designer Inger Solberg’s India movie
Goa-based fashion designer Inger Solberg says that actor Elizabeth Hurley is interested in playing Pushpa, the female lead of her book of the same name, which is being adapted into a film.
Updated on Mar 25, 2018 04:52 PM IST
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Mother Earth, Sister Seed: A book that celebrates age-old farming techniques of India
Lathika George’s new book Mother Earth, Sister Seed: Travels Through India’s Farmlands was launched in Delhi’s Dilli Haat with a unique food trail, which allowed participants to sample recipes from the book.
Updated on Mar 24, 2018 11:44 AM IST
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Music festivals are creating a platform for independent artists, say Indian musicians
India’s prominent musicians talk about the future of independent music in India and how music festivals play an important role in it.
Updated on Mar 08, 2018 05:47 PM IST
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Valentine’s Day: Kartik used music to propose to me, says Nirali of Maati Baani
On Valentine’s Day, musicians Kartik Shah and Nirali Kartik – partners in the fusion music band Maati Baani and a married couple for 10 years now – recall how their love blossomed over jam sessions.
Updated on Feb 13, 2018 05:40 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Udaipur World Music Festival: A romantic rendezvous with music in the city of lakes
Planning a romantic getaway ahead of Valentine’s Day? Head to the third edition of Udaipur World Music festival, and enjoy the magic of music.
Updated on Jan 28, 2018 02:39 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Food fest in Jaipur: The Travelling Kitchen is the perfect fix for your R-Day weekend
This Republic Day long weekend, The Travelling Kitchen — a food festival in Pink City — will offer delicious fare and great music.
Updated on Jan 24, 2018 05:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Someone with lots of sex appeal should play me on screen, says author Ruskin Bond
At the recently concluded New Delhi World Book Fair, Ruskin Bond launched his new book, Till The Clouds Roll By and interacted with readers. He remembered his days of childhood, his days in Delhi with his father, and the loneliness that followed after his untimely demise.
Published on Jan 17, 2018 06:27 PM IST
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The Durga Puja fever is still on: Bengalis in the West gear up to take puja to the next level
The coming weekend will not be usual for Bengalis in New York as they all prep up for the biggest festival of their community — Durga Puja.
Updated on Oct 06, 2017 07:08 PM IST
Book review: This travelogue is a nostalgic ride to the City of Joy, Kolkata
Author Kushanava Choudhury’s book The Epic City: The World on the Streets of Calcutta, explores and unfolds Kolkata in a manner like never before.
Published on Aug 26, 2017 05:26 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Book review: What happens when author Sami Ahmad Khan reports Aliens in Delhi?
Sami Ahmad Khan’s book has many a parallel plots including an alien invasion, an investigative journalist’s search for her Indian roots, and a Kashmiri militant’s idea of freedom.
Updated on Jul 27, 2017 01:27 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Bollywood actors, male cricketers give the finals of Women’s World Cup a miss, youngsters react
Though social media was abuzz with support for Mithali Raj and her team, as they played in the finals of the Women’s World Cup on Sunday, not a single male Indian cricketer turned up at Lords to cheer for them. Even Bollywood celebs were conspicuous by their absence at this world-class match. Cricket fans, along with senior cricketer, Shanta Rangaswamy react to this.
Updated on Jul 24, 2017 08:09 PM IST
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Guru Purnima: Delhi artists share fond memories and tough lessons of their gurus
On Guru Purnima, today, the city artists remember their gurus and share anecdotes of how their teachers influenced their lives.
Updated on Jul 10, 2017 12:04 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Nritya Parampara: Disciples to pay tribute to Guru Mayadhar Raut at the dance fest
Ahead of Guru Purnima, young dancers are set to perform in Delhi, to celebrate the 87th birthday of Odissi guru Mayadhar Raut, as part of the festival, Nritya Parampara.
Updated on Jul 06, 2017 11:31 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
From folk to Rabindra Sangeet, this Delhiite is experimenting with Bengali music
Delhi got a taste of soulful Bengali music when singer Mihir Basu along with his band, Saptak, recreated Rabindra Sangeet at a show in the city.
Updated on May 26, 2017 08:38 PM IST
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National Award winner Iman Chakraborty: Pain has helped me emote better for my song
Iman Chakraborty, National Award Winner in the Best Singer category for the song Tumi Jaake Bhalobasho, says that she wants to thank all those people who questioned her abilities, as that helped to strengthen her character and emote in music.
Updated on Apr 25, 2017 05:16 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Rajat Kapoor reinvents four plays for Shakespeare Comedy Theatre Festival
At the Shakespeare Comedy Theatre Festival, being held in Delhi, actor-director Rajat Kapoor adapts four plays — Macbeth, Hamlet, King Lear, and As You Like It — and shares the stage with Kalki Koechlin, Vinay Pathak, and Ranvir Shorey.
Updated on Apr 13, 2017 06:46 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Serendipity Arts Festival is Delhi’s tryst with creative diversity
After its successful Goa edition, Serendipity Arts Festival has come to the Capital. With over 300 performing artists, the 11-day fest is going to be a treat for the art and culture lovers of the city.
Updated on Apr 06, 2017 10:56 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Goutam Ghose slept less to get the haggard look for Majidi’s film
Filmmaker Goutam Ghose is elated after working with Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi; says he has received immense respect from newbies Heeba Shah and Ishaan Khattar.
Updated on Mar 09, 2017 08:13 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Pt Birju Maharaj to Hema Malini: Indian music stars to perform at Amaravati music fest
At the pavitra sangam of rivers Krishna and Godavari in Amaravati, India will be hosting its first riverfront music festival, where artists such as L Subramaniam, Kavita Krishnamurti, Pandit Birju Maharaj , Hema Malini and others will be performing.
Updated on Feb 28, 2017 06:12 PM IST
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A world of music under one roof: Head to Udaipur for a musical fiesta
This Valentine weekend, head to the Udaipur World Music Festival and rejuvenate your senses with world music, which includes performances by 150 artistes from a variety of genres across the globe.
Updated on Feb 28, 2017 06:12 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
A musical melange at Ranthambore
The Ranthambore Festival to be held during the Republic Day weekend promises to be a great gateway for Delhi’s art aficionados. From music concerts to heritage walks and seminars on the environment, there’s a lot in store in the three-day event.
Updated on Jan 13, 2017 08:33 AM IST
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Death under the deodars: When the mystery unfolds
A collection of new stories by Ruskin Bond, set in enthralling Mussoorie, will be your perfect partner this weekend.
Updated on Dec 08, 2016 05:42 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Delhi International Arts Festival: Where India meets the world
The 10th edition of the annual Delhi International Arts Festival is set to begin in the Capital and boasts of multiple global performances.
Updated on Dec 08, 2016 05:19 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Nabanita Das, New Delhi
Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasrin opens up on her Delhi connect
Sipping tea at her ‘home’ in the city and soaked in isolation, exiled Bangladeshi writer, Taslima Nasrin talks about Delhi and her life here.
Updated on Oct 29, 2016 10:22 AM IST
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